Founder
True 32 Custom Cabinetry
Cape Girardeau. Missouri
Built a thriving custom cabinetry business utilizing Lean and Theory of Constraint management philosophy to achieve optimal margins; ranked as one of the fasted-growing 100 woodworking firms by Wood and Wood Products magazine for three consecutive years. Recruited, trained, and managed operational team, demonstrating the efficiency of Lean production process by completing projects ranging from $25,000 to $180,000 with this highly committed team. Developed an integrated marketing plan, leveraging print and broadcast channels to increase exposure. Maintained all financial and employee records, holding full administrative accountability.■ Oversaw operations from the ground up, managing growth to ensure high levels of productivity, efficiency, and quality were maintained, regardless of the revenues. Demonstrated the strength of the company by increasing sales 118%, 23%, and 31% in the last 3 full years of operation.■ Controlled project management functions from bidding to designing, scheduling, purchasing, installing, and servicing; managed all client interactions to ensure 100% satisfaction.■ Implemented constraint management theory, lean/flow manufacturing, and JIT practices to eliminate process inefficiencies, maximize productivity, minimize fixed costs, and create enviable margins while producing high-end custom products.